AddressTesters (TEST3 and TEST4)
STATEMENT OF WORK – TESTER (LOR3)
Role
Tester – Include Candidate’s Name Here
Contract Commencement Date
ASAP
Contract Expiry Date
12 and 24 month contracts will be considered, unless negotiated otherwise
Purpose of Services:
Professional Services.
SFIA Level of Responsibility Required
Description Below
The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 3. Additional skills and knowledge are requisite.
SFIA Skills Required – Mandatory
Description Below
TEST LOR3 (Primary Role)
Role Description The Software Tester will be accountable under the general direction of the Test Manager for the prioritisation, design, execution and reporting of tests, using appropriate testing tools and techniques and conforming to agreed process standards and industry specific regulations. The purpose of testing is to ensure that new and amended systems, configurations, packages, or services, together with any interfaces, perform as specified (including security requirements) , and that the risks associated with deployment are adequately understood and documented.
Testing includes the process of engineering, using and maintaining testware (test cases, test scripts, test reports, test plans, etc) to measure and improve the quality of the software being tested. Other Features of the role
- The role is based in Canberra with minimal to no travel expectations.
- Desirable Experience: Minimum 3 year’s Application Testing Experience
- Mandatory Certification: ISTQB Foundation Certification
- Desirable Certification: Agile Certifications
Major Responsibilities as TEST LOR3: Additional Desirable skillsets and LORs included where applicable
Statement of Suitability Against Major Responsibilities
1. Be proactive in gaining both business and technical context in order to create accurate test cases. BSMO LOR2, BUAN LOR3, REQM LOR2
2. Understand when to use both dynamic and preventative testing techniques
3. A basic understanding in programming techniques to align with the use of Selenium WebDriver PROG LOR2
4. An ability to manage competing priorities
5. Ability to learn and develop organisational specific skills so that you can work independently across the Project Office portfolio.
6. Possess personal drive and initiative to continuously etc
7. The ability to report, verbally and in writing, regarding defects to the Test Manager, Project Manager and Developers regarding the issue and steps to reproduce. PBMG LOR3
8. Be able to take direction from superiors, stakeholders and immediate supervisors
9. The ability to analyse IT systems and identify risk touchpoints and understand areas that may regress to establish an expected test result
10. Knowledge of test methodologies and the fundamental testing process across both Waterfall and Agile development methodologies. USEV LOR2, UNAN LOR3
SFIA Professional Skill
Level Description
TEST LOR3 (Primary Role)
Reviews requirements and specifications, and defines test conditions. Designs test cases and test scripts under own direction, mapping back to pre-determined criteria, recording and reporting outcomes. Analyses and reports test activities and results. Identifies and reports issues and risks associated with own work.
SFIA Level Of Responsibility
(LOR) 3 – Apply
Autonomy
Works under general direction. Uses discretion in identifying and responding to complex issues and assignments. Receives specific direction, accepts guidance and has work reviewed at agreed milestones. Determines when issues should be escalated to a higher level
Influence
Interacts with and influences colleagues. Has working level contact with customers, suppliers and partners. May supervise others or make decisions which impact the work assigned to individuals or phases of projects. Understands and collaborates on the analysis of user / customer needs and represents this in their work.
Complexity
Performs a range of work, sometimes complex and non-routine, in a variety of environments. Applies methodical approach to issue definition and resolution
Knowledge
Has a sound generic, domain and specialist knowledge necessary to perform effectively in the organisation typically gained from recognised bodies of knowledge and organisational information. Demonstrates effective application of knowledge. Has an appreciation of the wider business context. Takes action to develop own knowledge
Business skills
Demonstrates effective communication skills. Plans, schedules and monitors own work (and that of others where applicable) competently within limited deadlines and according to relevant legislation, standards and procedures. Contributes fully to the work of teams.
Appreciates how own role relates to other roles and to the business of the employer or client. Demonstrates and analytical and systematic approach to issue resolution. Takes the initiative in identifying and negotiating personal development opportunities.
Understands how own role impacts security and demonstrates routine security practice and knowledge required for own work.
STATEMENT OF WORK – TESTER (LOR4)
Role
Tester – Include Candidate’s Name Here
Contract Commencement Date
ASAP
Contract Expiry Date
12 and 24 month contracts will be considered, unless negotiated otherwise
Purpose of Services:
Professional Services.
SFIA Level of Responsibility Required
Description Below
The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 4. Additional skills and knowledge are requisite.
SFIA Skills Required – Mandatory
Description Below
TEST LOR4 (Primary Role)
Role Description
The Test Lead will be accountable under the general direction of a Test Manager for the planning, design, management, execution and reporting of tests, using appropriate testing tools and techniques and conforming to agreed process standards and industry specific regulations.
The purpose of testing is to ensure that new and amended systems, configurations, packages, or services, together with any interfaces, perform as specified (including security requirements) , and that the risks associated with deployment are adequately understood and documented. Testing includes the process of engineering, using and maintaining testware (test cases, test scripts, test reports, test plans, etc) to measure and improve the quality of the software being tested.
The role will involve working with business stakeholders, project managers, system architects / analysts, software developers / systems administrators and business analyst personnel.
Other Features of the role
- The role is based in Canberra with minimal to no travel expectations.
- Desirable Experience: Minimum 4-5 year’s Application Testing Experience ·
Mandatory Certification: ISTQB Foundation Certification · Desirable Certification: ISTQB Advance Level Automation Engineering or ISTQB Advanced Technical Analyst, Agile Certifications
SELECTION CRITERIA:
Major Responsibilities as TEST LOR4: Additional Desirable skillsets and LORs included where applicable
Statement of Suitability Against Major Responsibilities
1. Be proactive during Test Planning and ensure that all stakeholders (internal and vendor) understand testing’s role and expectations BSMO LOR3, BUAN LOR3, REQM LOR2
2. Utilise their testing expertise to execute both dynamic and preventative testing techniques
3. Has the technical capability to create automation test cases and can demonstrate selection process to assess what test cases are eligible to be automated. TECH LOR4, SINT LOR2
4. An ability to manage individually allocated work packages and to balance competing priorities, as well as the ability to report progress regarding test coverage and defect tracking. PBMG LOR3
5. Ability to learn and develop organisational specific skills so that you can work independently across the Project Office portfolio.
6. Possess personal drive and initiative to continuously develop and maintain relevant skills in regards to software testing and their own ongoing professional development. METL LOR4
7. Lead testing activities to implement the agreed business outcomes ensuring all required artefacts are complete to the required standard. BPTS LOR4
8. Be able to take direction from superiors, stakeholders and immediate supervisors
9. A basic understanding and level of experience in programming techniques to align with the use of Selenium WebDriver PROG LOR3,
10. Experience with test methodologies and the fundamental testing process across both Waterfall and Agile development methodologies. UNAN LOR3, USEV LOR2
SFIA Professional Skill
Level Description
TEST LOR4 (Primary Role)
Accepts responsibility for creation of test cases using own in-depth technical analysis of both functional and non-functional specifications (such as reliability, efficiency, usability, maintainability and portability). Creates traceability records, from test cases back to requirements. Produces test scripts, materials and regression test packs to test new and amended software or services.
Specifies requirements for environment, data, resources and tools. Interprets, executes and documents complex test scripts using agreed methods and standards. Records and analyses actions and results, and maintains a defect register.
Reviews test results and modifies tests if necessary. Provides reports on progress, anomalies, risks and issues associated with the overall project. Reports on system quality and collects metrics on test cases.
Provides specialist advice to support others.
SFIA Level Of Responsibility
(LOR) 3 – Apply
Autonomy
Works under general direction within a clear framework of accountability. Exercises substantial personal responsibility and autonomy. Plans own work to meet given objectives and processes
Influence
Influences customers, suppliers and partners at account level. May have some responsibility for the work of others and for the allocation of resources. Participates in external activities related to own specialism. Makes decisions which influence the success of projects and team objectives. Collaborates regularly with team members, users and customers. Engages to ensure user needs are being met throughout.
Complexity
Work includes a broad range of complex technical or professional activities, in a variety of contexts. Investigates, defines and resolves complex issues.
Knowledge
Has a thorough understanding of recognised generic industry bodies of knowledge and specialist bodies of knowledge as necessary. Has gained a thorough knowledge of the domains of the organisation. Is able to apply the knowledge effectively in unfamiliar situations and actively maintains own knowledge and contributes to the development of others.
Rapidly absorbs new information and applies it effectively. Maintains an awareness of the developing practices and their application and takes responsibility for driving own development.
Business skills
Communicates fluently, orally and in writing, and can present complex information to both technical and non-technical audiences. Plans, schedules and monitors work to meet time and quality targets Facilitates collaboration between stakeholders who share common objectives. Selects appropriately from applicable standards, methods, tools and applications.
Fully understands the importance of security to own work and the operation of the organisation. Seeks specialist security knowledge or advice when required to support own work or work of immediate colleagues.
